As a RN Coord ED Flow Throughput, your voice to influence patient care is valued and empowered at every turn –whether through open, collaborative relationships with your direct manager or more formal opportunities through hospital councils and national nursing initiatives. You'll help shape decisions that elevate both patient outcomes and the future of nursing.
Registered nurse who demonstrates critical thinking skills and leadership within the department’s scope of services and patient care delivery. The ED Flow Facilitator is responsible for the overall movement of patients through the ED in a safe and efficient manner. This position will facilitate all patient care activities and be a liaison with the Nurse Manager, Assistant Nurse Manager and attending to ensure that care can be delivered in an efficient and safe manner. The ED Flow Facilitator is a role model for teamwork, leadership and professionalism in the ED. Follows policies and procedures of West Florida Hospital. Participates in the Quality Improvement process and adheres to West Florida Hospital standards of behavior.
Your role will include:
Supports the mission, goals and objectives of the ED and organization.
Notifies the physician and other providers when tests are completed and patient is ready for disposition.
Monitors tracking board for incomplete and completed diagnostic tests
Assures that orders, collections and procedures are coordinated and completed timely
Assists with triaging, downloading incoming EMS patients and discharge of patients
Monitors room availability and turnover
Monitors the heat map and researches arrival to greet times >45 minutes and corrects negative time stamps.
Collaborates with the Assistant Nurse Manager regarding prioritization and patient flow.
Responsible and accountable for facilitating nursing care and patient flow within the ED.
Models a culture of outstanding customer service for employees, patients, families and physicians
Florida RN license and/or approved multistate RN license required. Compact license holders have 60 days to obtain the Florida license after relocation.
HCA Florida North Florida Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: